Based on the novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett
Everyone will love this charming, upbeat musical adaptation of a literary classic. Mary Lennox is sent to live in England after her parents die in India. Misselthwaite Manor turns out to be a gloomy fortress. Her uncle is rarely home and his more...
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Daisy Eagan, who made history as the youngest actress to win a Tony Award for her role as Mary Lennox in the Broadway adaptation of "The Secret Garden," has since enjoyed a diverse career spanning theater, television, and film. more...
(a chambermaid)
Alison Fraser, a two-time Tony Award nominee, earned one of her nominations for her memorable role as Martha in the 1991 Broadway production of The Secret Garden, a musical adaptation of Frances Hodgson Burnett's beloved children's story. more...
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Rebecca Luker, who played Lily in The Secret Garden from 1991 to 1993, has had an illustrious Broadway career, earning Tony Award nominations for her performances in Show Boat, The Music Man, and Mary Poppins. more...
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(Martha's brother)
John Cameron Mitchell, who originated the role of Dickon in the Broadway production of The Secret Garden, has had a prolific career spanning stage, film, and television, including his award-winning work in Hedwig and the Angry Inch. more...
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(Mary's uncle)
Mandy Patinkin, renowned for his versatile career across theatre, film, and television, graced the stage in *The Secret Garden*, adding to his impressive list of stage credits that includes Tony Award-winning performances and celebrated roles in musicals like *Evita* and *Sunday in the Park with George*. more...
Patricia Phillips, known for her groundbreaking role as Carlotta in The Phantom of the Opera, was also part of the original Broadway cast of The Secret Garden, showcasing her versatile talent in this beloved production. more...
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Awards and Nominations
1991 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Actor - Musical: Mandy Patinkin was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical : John Cameron was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical: Alison Frase was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical: Rebecca Luker was nominated but did not win.
1991 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Best Actor - Musical: Mandy Patinkin was nominated but did not win.
Best Actress - Musical: Daisy Eagan was nominated but did not win.
1991 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical: Daisy Eagan won.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical: Alison Fraser was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
Theoni V. Aldredge Costume Designer
William D. Brohn Orchestrator
Robert DiNiro Make-Up Designer
Hair Designer
Michael Kosarin Musical Director
Heidi Landesman Scenic Designer
Michael Lichtefeld Choreographer
Otts Munderloh Sound Designer
Tharon Musser Lighting Designer
Susan H. Schulman Director
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